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Making a Professional Presentation on Remote Technology
- SDMP April 2020 Meeting: Getting Started with Zoom
- Podcast Gear
- Best Practices for Remote Video Meetings (provided by SDMP member Jim Staylor)
Tips for Interviewing
- Best Practices for On Camera Interviewees (provided by SDMP member Jim Staylor)
COVID-19 Updates
Streaming
- Web-Based background Replacement - www.unscreen.com
- Suggested equipment list for clients
Free Education Opportunities
CineGear ON AIR Presents:
A panel discussion with top members of the American Society of Cinematographers. The informal discussion and audience Q&A will be moderated by Paul Maibaum, ASC, known for his work on “Sons of Anarchy”, Santa Clarita Diet” “Baby Daddy”, and “Station 19”.
Dialogue with ASC Cinematographers - July 22, 11 a.m., PDTJoin master cinematographer Karl Walter Lindenlaub ASC as he leads this workshop from 2017’s Camerimage festival and explores lighting for HDR. Karl Walter lights an apartment set for three different times of day and shares how he approaches the increased possibilities of higher dynamic range. This course is presented in HDR for compatible displays.
https://www.mzed.com/courses/high-dynamic-range-with-karl-walter-lindenlaub-asc
In this ARRI Academy masterclass from Camerimage 2018, James Laxton ASC discusses his approach to cinematography and how large-format cameras have helped him to discover a new level of emotional connectivity. James also talks about his experiences shooting on the ARRI ALEXA 65 camera and Signature Primes lenses.
https://www.mzed.com/courses/large-format-cinematography-with-james-laxton-asc
In the Illumination Tour Workshop, Shane Hurlbut ASC shares his process of preparing for a shoot as Director of Photography. Topics include lighting for characters, blocking shots, and most importantly, the why behind the how. Shane uses the most challenging examples from his feature films to demonstrate his points, but these are techniques that anyone can apply to projects of any size.
https://www.hurlbutacademy.com/illumination-experience-workshop/
A minute doesn't seem very long, but it's more than enough time to tell a story and impress someone with your storytelling techniques. No Film School presents their lesson on how to write and direct an excellent 60-second short.
https://nofilmschool.com/how-make-moving-60-second-short-film
There are Ivy League university courses you can take online right now for free! 450 free classes, across multiple online class platforms, are offered in the following categories: Art & Design, Business, Computer Science, Data Science, Humanities, Health & Medicine, Engineering, Education & Teaching and Personal Development.
https://www.freecodecamp.org/news/ivy-league-free-online-courses-a0d7ae675869/
No Film School
The Hitchcock Zoom: How the Iconic Auteur Used Focus to Tell Story
The "Vertigo Effect" changed camera composition for all of Hollywood history.
How to Design Your Film's Shooting Schedule
A well-formulated shooting schedule can be the difference between production heaven and production hell.Everything You Need to Know About Recording Production Sound for Film
Sound & MusicHere's How to Calculate the Cost of Shooting Any Video Format
Calculating the per-minute cost of shooting any video format in three easy steps.Show me a filmmaker and I'll show you a person who has lost precious footage due to poor archiving.
Try the 3-2-1 Backup Strategy to Protect All of Your Footage
Shooting car scenes at night without much budget
How We Shot Car Scenes at Night on a Micro-Budget for 'DriverX'If you want to shoot better slow motion footage, you might want to consider these dos and don'ts.
5 Things You Should and Shouldn't Do When Shooting Slow MotionA true hero spent the day recording the destruction of fruit and vegetables so that you don't have to.
Download These Free High-Quality Sound FX (or Learn How to Make Them Yourself)Just Mercy is an inspirational story that tackles issues surrounding systemic racism, and now you can watch it for free through the month of June.
Just MercyWanna Shoot Like Spielberg? Check Out This Oner from 'Raiders'
Learn camera and dolly movement from one of the best filmmakers of all timeFilmmaking Resources Deal for Charity
Educational bundles to benefit Make-A-Wish, Orbis, and Mercy ShipsIntroducing Ritual Music
Music Licensing Platform (w/annual fee)
Sundance Collab
Online learning experiences for creators seeking to take their craft to the next level.
Sundance Master Classes
Apple Podcasts
The Team Deakins podcast is an ongoing conversation between acclaimed cinematographer Roger Deakins and James Deakins, his collaborator, about cinematography, the film business and whatever other questions are submitted.
Film Festivals
How to Navigate the Festival Circuit During a Pandemic
Navigating festivals during COVID-19
Writing
Weekly Screenplay Read & Critique with David Raines - Sundays 4pm
Online workshop - signup
Production
Color Correction
Davinci Resolve: Create Better Contrast, Part 2
Lighting
Rotoscope
Rotoscoping can be fun and easy with Runway ML's Green Screen app. Check out how to harness the power of machine learning for masking objects in your videos in this step-by-step tutorial.
Tools
Green Screen TipsFrame.io is an online collaboration and review tool that integrates with many standard tools, including Final Cut Pro, Premiere Pro, and After Effects.
Cinematography
Your Guide to Understanding Different Types of Camera Focus
Focus is more than creating a sharp image. It can subliminally elevate your story in many different ways.
Motion Graphics
Remove TRAFFIC on Freeway | After Effects Content-Aware Fill Tutorial + Project File
Top 10 Hollywood VFX You Can Do Yourself With Adobe After Effects
Have a conversation with yourself, courtesy of After Effects -
How to Clone and Interact with Yourself in After Effects
No Film School
This Database Is a Crucial Tool for Your Mood Boards
Mood boards need high-resolution images. We found a database that delivers them.
How to Design Your Film's Shooting Schedule
A well-formulated shooting schedule can be the difference between production heaven and production hell.Camera tracking after the fact isn't easy. Here's a way to do it while you're shooting for free.
Capture iPhone Footage and 3D Tracking Data at the Same Time with This Free App
Drop these gunshot sound effects into any action scene.
KA-POW! Download 286 Gun Sound Effects Absolutely Free
A true hero spent the day recording the destruction of fruit and vegetables so that you don't have to.
Download These Free High-Quality Sound FX (or Learn How to Make Them Yourself
NPR.org
Federal and state law enforcement are asking questions about Zoom's security and privacy policies, as millions flock to the videoconferencing service for meetings, classes and social gatherings.
A Must For Millions, Zoom Has A Dark Side — And An FBI Warning
Equipment
10 Creative Tripod Hacks to get Cinematic Movement.
Tips and tricks to turn your video tripod into a versatile filmmaking tool.This New Affordable Wide Angle Lens has 8K Full-Frame Covered
Irix 15mmTamron's New Lens is an All-in-One Zoom for Filmmakers
28-200mm zoom for full-frame Sony E-mount
Headlines
Hollywood Faces the Hardest Truth: Movies Are No Longer King
News You Can Use
More Resources
American Society of Cinematographers
Canva - Prop Support - a freemium business model. Use it for free, but you need to upgrade to the premium version to unlock more features.
San Diego Filming Jurisdiction Map
Local Resources
Flat Rentals - Chris Speed: Set Decorator/Art Department - 619-888-1134
Production Support
GFC Production Rentals
Cliff Lawrence
7915 Silverton Avenue Suite 308
San Diego, CA, 92126
Phone: 858-481-6002
Email: go4gfc@gmail.com
Pro Camp Audio Handouts
Shotgun mics / Recorders / Wireless Systems / Lavs
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